Any other conditions which could result in pinching, binding, twisting,
or misalignment of the blade could cause kickback. Refer to
Additional Safety Instructions and Operation for procedures and
techniques that will minimize the occurrence of kickback.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off and
disconnect it from power source before installing and removing
accessories, before adjusting or when making repairs. An
accidental start-up can cause injury.
Lubrication
Self lubricating ball and roller bearings are used in the tool and
relubrication is not required. However, it is recommended that, once
a year, you take or send the tool to a service center for a thorough
cleaning, inspection and lubrication of the gear case.
Cleaning
WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of the main housing with dry air
as often as dirt is seen collecting in and around the air vents. Wear
approved eye protection and approved dust mask when performing
this procedure.
WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh chemicals for
cleaning the non-metallic parts of the tool. These chemicals may
weaken the materials used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened only
with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid get inside the tool;
never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
Accessories
WARNING: Since accessories, other than those offered by
D
WALT, have not been tested with this product, use of such
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accessories with this tool could be hazardous. To reduce the risk of
injury, only D
WALT, recommended accessories should be used with
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this product.
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available at extra
cost from your local dealer or authorized service center.
DO NOT USE WATER FEED ATTACHMENTS WITH THIS SAW.
VISUALLY EXAMINE CARBIDE BLADES BEFORE USE. REPLACE
IF DAMAGED.
Repairs
To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance
and adjustment (including brush inspection and replacement) should
be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified service
personnel, always using identical replacement parts.
Blades
A dull blade will cause inefficient cutting, overload on the saw
motor, excessive splintering and increase the possibility of kickback.
Change blades when it is no longer easy to push the saw through
the cut, when the motor is straining, or when excessive heat is built
up in the blade. It is a good practice to keep extra blades on hand
so that sharp blades are available for immediate use. Dull blades
can be sharpened in most areas; see SAWS-SHARPENING in the
yellow pages.
Hardened gum on the blade can be removed with kerosene,
turpentine, or oven cleaner. Anti-stick coated blades can be used
in applications where excessive build-up is encountered, such as
pressure treated and green lumber.
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